1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 15 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Oxford | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
